What happened to Willie Garson? 'Sex and the City' star passes away at 57

American actor Willie Garson, kwn for Sex And City and White Collar, has passed away. Variety reported actor was 57 when he bread his last. A member close to his family confirmed news to leing daily.

Willie Garson played pivotal role of nt Stanford Blatch in HBO series Sex And City. His character was one of best male friends of Carrie Brshaw, played by Sarah Jessica Parker. Garson also reprised his role in show's films. He was also shooting for show's upcoming reboot, And Just Like That.

What happened to Willie Garson?

Willie Garson's death cause has t been revealed yet. However, as per TMZ, actor was battling cancer for a long time. Michael Patrick King, executive producer of Sex And City and And Just Like That, mentioned in his statement, Garson would work despite being sick. As per a report by Variety, executive producer wrote that SATC has lost a family member. He furr mentioned Garson was a dedicated actor and worked even while he was sick.

SATC stars mourn Willie Garson's death

Cynthia Nixon, who plays Miranda Hobbes in series, was first one from show's cast to react to Garson's death. Sharing a photo with Garson, Nixon wrote, "o deeply, deeply s we have lost @Willie.Garson. We all loved him and ored working with him. He was endlessly funny on-screen and in real life. He was a source of light, friendship, and show business lore. He was a consummate professional — always.". "My heart goes out to his son, @Nan_Garson. Nan, I hope you kw how much he loved you and how proud he was to be your d", she ded.

Mario Cantone, who plays Garson's on-screen partner on series, also paid his tribute via Twitter. He shared a photo with late actor and mentioned how he could t have got a better partner than Garson. He furr mourned over Garson's death and wrote, "I couldn’t have h a more brilliant TV partner. I’m devastated and just overwhelmed with Sness. Taken away from all of us way soon. You were a gift from gods. Rest my sweet friend. I love you".

Willie Garson h an acting career that spanned over three deces. actor h appeared in several shows and films in 90s. Willie Garson's best movies include Walk Of Shame, Sex And City, Little Manhattan, Zoom, Just Like Heaven and re's Something About Mary. 

Im: AP